News for Friday, March 2, 2001

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Aviation expert sees gem in Hayden

The state of Colorado is doing a poor job of representing its airports at the national level, said the president of one of the leading trade associations for general aviation businesses during a recent visit to Steamboat Springs.

Hearing examiner's job would be based on objectivity

In an effort to increase the objectivity of a sometimes confusing and unwieldy development review process, the city is now looking at employing a "hearing examiner" and "zoning administrator" to help it judge whether development permits fit the code.

After much passionate debate, the Routt County Planning Commission gave final approval for a special use permit to operate a new gravel pit outside of Milner. The vote was 6-2.
The county commission still must approve the plan before operations can begin.